Benchmarking your commercial building for its energy use not only helps you comply with the City’s ECAD ordinance, but it also helps you take key measures to reduce your energy consumption. Your building’s energy rating may uncover opportunities to reduce your carbon footprint and save money.

Two Commercial Reporting Options

As part of the Key Code Reporting Process, Austin Energy has calculated the energy use data for the buildings you own. To comply with the ordinance, confirm that the property information we have on file is accurate.

In March of each year, you will receive a letter asking you to confirm your property information for quick and easy ECAD compliance. This letter will include:

Property information for your building(s)

Energy use data for your building(s), calculated based on size and property type

A unique Building Owner Key Code and instructions for entering this Key Code online to confirm your property information

If you have not received information regarding the new reporting process, please call 512-482-5346 or email us for assistance.

Alternatively, you may continue to submit a report via the ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager. ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager is a free, industry-standard online tool created by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). It allows you to track the energy consumption of your building(s) and compare them to similar buildings nationwide.

Qualified Energy Professionals Can Help

Austin Energy maintains a list of qualified energy professionals who can provide business and consulting services to help you with your ECAD compliance. These services include comprehensive energy audits that can identify opportunities to increase your building’s energy efficiency.